SVWGA Membership Benefits

   

The Shenandoah Valley Wine Growers Association is the only organization that markets Shenandoah Valley wines and the Shenandoah Valley appellation ( AVA ) to the global marketplace. Membership benefits include:

  • Participation in annual market visits across the U.S. Members presented their wines to members of the trade, members of the media and consumers in several key markets. Other marketing programs included the planned launch of the Shenandoah Valley appellation tagline and market research to enhance Shenandoah Valley 's presence in the Washington DC Metro marketplace.
  • Participation in charity wine auction. for local health, youth development and housing programs plans to generating extensive coverage in trade and consumer media and bringing national and international recognition to Shenandoah Valley for the AVA wines.
  • Participation in State wide marketing programs. Visits to key markets and local programs for trade and media visiting from Washington DC metro allow members to expand their presence and exposure in the growing market.
  • Preservation of the Shenandoah Valley Appellation ( AVA ) and protection of its integrity through projects like the certification mark for 100% Shenandoah Valley wines and the state legislation regarding geographic labeling.
  • Background materials and member forums with public officials on critical local, state and national issues affecting the Shenandoah Valley wine industry.
  • Access to community outreach programs and activities created and managed by the SVVA such as, community newsletters and direct mail.
  • Direct referrals of media interviews, profiles, photo/video shoots and other editorial opportunities via direct requests to SVWGA communications staff.
  • Access to public relations resources and tools such as the SVWGA map, Shenandoah Valley Wine newsletter, annual vintage chart, press kit materials, Terrain and Terroir, and other general information on the Shenandoah Valley appellation.
  • Links to your Web site from the SVWGA's site at www.svwga.org
  • Participation in member-only services and events such as the Grower Dinner, Holiday Lunch, General Membership meetings, and member workshops. These events provide opportunities for networking, education and socializing.

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